All the instructors welcome you with open arms , no judgement no matter your age or experience…read morelevel. They help no matter what questions is and no matter how many time Ms you need it! It's a great experience and has become and extended family!

Very engaging! Instructor keeps the students active during the entire class from start to finish!read more

First let me say that my boys have been students here for many years. One longer than the other…read more Depending on how young your kid starts, they could end up in the Tigers class for younger students. This is where my oldest started. That program teaches them the foundation at a young age. Then each testing cycle, they get a new color belt until they graduate from the Tigers class. Next is the Beginners class. This is where she appropriate kids or adults start. You train and practice until you get your next color belts to move to the Advanced class. Then so on until you get too the Black Belt class where you train to become a Black Belt. Each class can become harder so you'll have to train hard to get your next color belt. They have classes Monday - Thursday and Saturday. You can pick any time you wish to train as long as you are consistent with the amount if days you train per week (at least 2-3, not including practice at home). They have a receptionist that is very pleasant and informative. They have so been nice but currently Mrs. Ring is the best yet! She helps get your registered, fitting for uniforms, gear and anything you need assistance with off the mat. The instructors are pretty awesome too. The reason why I moved my youngest from MMA to taekwondo was because of the structure. I feel they hold a tight ship here and set expectations for their students. They will teach you and guide you especially if they see you need assistance but you can also ask the instructor or assistant trainers for guidance as well. They offer 1x1 training for a fee outside of class training as well. Now the price.... I think just like any sport, its expensive. You need a uniform and as their rank goes up, those uniforms are costly, lol. They will offer discounts during certain times of the year but it's still expensive. They have to get the right weapons ATA approved (meaning ATA weapons) which they use different one each cycle. The good thing is they rotate so once you have all weapons ( I think only 4 are used in the classes before Black Belt), you'll be fine for a while. You also have to pay once you advance for each color belt. So yes, it can be expensive. However, as I see my kids randomly doing jump spin and sidekicks around the house, I know this embedded in their lifestyle. ATA Chesterfield has a FB group for you to stay up to date and they'll send you text reminders and emails too. Definitely worth having your kids try it out. If you do, they usually have a trial offer for new students. Huge kudos to instructors Mr. David, Mrs. Bhavikatti and Master Shank!! Oh, the parking can be tricky. While it's a huge parking lot, it is shared with a dance studio, a performance athletic building, Bounce U and Goodwill. So it can get crowded at times.

We have been a member at this ATA location with Master Shank beginning in 2012. We enrolled my…read morechild with slight neurological and sensory issues and the benefits were obvious. We now have 4 family members actively participating, kids and adults. We have had multiple friends join or even switch to this specific location because how well it is managed. The climate emphasizes encouragement which forms great friendship bonds with both children and adults. My kids can't wait for class to see their ATA friends. My wife became friends with other adults and has provided transport for their kids when needed. The classes are large here but the location is huge. They are therefore able to have classes with more similar ability students together unlike other small studios that everybody is lumped together. They also have up to 4 additional instructors per class constantly assisting students as opposed to just one teacher. Friends of ours that belonged to a different karate studio with just one teacher per class complained that their 10 year old child who was more experienced had to constantly help instruct the brand new students next to him during class and was no longer enjoying himself. They joined ATA and are actually having fun We obviously feel strongly that this endeavor is money well spent and will continue this along with other kids activities.

My daughters have been students for nearly 5 years and we are so proud of their growth and…read moreincreased confidence. The staff teach the kids accountability and personal responsibility as well as Taekwondo skills. Highest recommendation possible for Rise!

I have been going to Rise for 12 years started when I was 55 this place is a a Godsend I have…read moredeveloped more strength and balance at 67 than I had in my life .Master Lee and all of instructors are amazing I highly recommend this place for young and old very family oriented

I have no idea where to start! We've been with Howard's ATA for roughly two years and just had our…read morekids 6th birthday party here and I have to say this is a tough one to boot. It was fantastic seeing the kids have so much fun, burn some energy, and learn a few new tricks and skills. Mr & Mrs Howard and the instructors did a tremendous job and I am so happy/pleased the party went off without a hitch. I absolutely love this Taekwondo studio and how the owners are not only attentive/patient with the kids but want to take a moment to rave how this studio has built such a great thing for our community, the kids have a fun/safe space to learn new things, grow, and the families are super helpful and supportive of each other. I am so happy my kid has grown so much here and hoping for more opportunities to come. Thank you.!

As of mid November 2017 under new ownership - Howard's ATA Martial arts…read more We love Howard's ATA on Manchester. My son is in the Tiger class. He loves the program as well as my husband and I do too. The whole team is awesome. Mrs. Howard is very detailed and great at communicating everything to us about the program and upcoming schedule. Mr. Howard is an awesome teacher. He is so patient (more than I would ever be teaching kids) and knowledgeable of Martial Arts and training. His crew is also top notch. Mr. Ali and Mr. Bucholtz have been with the program since my son has started (1 1/2 years ago) and very dedicated to the classes they teach. Mr. Graffiths brings high energy to the class and the kids are very engaged when he teaches. We are so glad we continued with the program and new ownership. Thank you so much!

I signed my nephews up at this school after they hadn't been to class in a couple years. The school…read morethat they were going to before had made them loose interest quite quickly and they eventually stopped wanting to go. Now, at My Martial Arts, the boys can't wait to go to class. It's all they can talk about when they see family members and they can't wait to tell them what they've learned. The boys are learning quickly and doing so well! The youngest constantly tells everyone that he's got class tonight,even when he doesn't, because he's so excited! The instructors are great with the kids and the boys have fallen in love with them and consider them to be great friends and teachers. I couldn't be happier taking them here and wouldn't consider taking them anywhere else.

Exemplary place for kids and adults to learn Tae Kwon Do. Instructors are professional and…read moreproactive in all the martial arts exercises. They encourage all students to perform to the very best of their abilities at the school and at tournaments. My health has improved a great deal since joining 8 months ago. I'm approaching my fifties by getting in the best fighting shape of my life.

SUPER WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE. In the best way got you right into the class with sufficient support…read more Best gender split I've seen (read: there were multiple women in the beginner class, male and female instructor). A pricier option than some of my prior gyms in would be my only negative comment.

Our 5yo son started about a month ago at Fusion and he! is! hooked! (us too!) Everything from the…read morecommunication from Fusion to the instructors excitement and respect towards him to the motivators they utilize to assist him in progressing forward have truly been awesome. Most importantly, we have noticed our little man taking on more responsibilities for himself around school and our home (little things that go a long way like getting himself ready in the morning, helping and playing nicely and exerting patience with his younger siblings, and a little more apt to do things when asked without fuss) since he began his karate journey with Fusion! I would definitely recommend them to for anyone interested! :)

This place is amazing! The owners have created an atmosphere that creates a growth mindset and…read moreaccommodates the level of each child ensuring that no one is left behind or feels out of place. It is very clear that each person who works here loves what they do, and this in turn instills a love of Kuk Sool Won in the students.

My 4 year old has been attending Kuk Sool Won for about a month now and it has been a wonderful…read moreexperience for him, Master Kelly is absolutely amazing, she really focuses on etiquette, proper techniques and following directions, the structure of this program is fantastic and my son looks forward to everyday at karate!! I also love how everyone is like family, they all address you by name from the first day you walk through their doors. As a parent it's just a really comfortable environment and I enjoy watching the older kid/adult classes as well and learning all of the information Master George teaches and how they really instill respect in everyone! I also have to comment on the swat instructors (Natalie is awesome!) but they are all so welcoming and really try and make sure the little kids understand where they need to be and what they need to be doing so they feel included like everyone else! I could go on and on about how great everything about this place is but I'm really glad we found Kuk Sool Won!!

Absolutely one of the most inviting BJJ schools in the area. Multiple black belt instructors. Too…read morenotch coaching all around for both kids and adults. Variety of class times from 6am classes to 6:30 pm classes. Good size facility as well with a lot of mat space and changing areas.

Good people, great Jiu Jitsu! One of the best decisions I have made in a long time. Very…read morepersonable and respectible owners and instructors. Fun for the whole family.